How to prepare Keto / Low-Carb Carrot Cake

This keto carrot cake has a surprise ingredient that keeps it incredibly moist — olive oil!
It’s soft, flavorful, and absolutely delicious.

Cake Ingredients:

5 large eggs, room temperature

¾ cup sweetener (stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol)

1 cup olive oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp salt

¼ cup coconut flour

1¾ cup almond flour

2 tsp baking powder

1½ tsp ground cinnamon

¼ tsp ground ginger

⅛ tsp ground nutmeg

¼ tsp xanthan gum (optional)

1 cup shredded carrots

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (plus ¼ cup for topping)

¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Frosting Ingredients:

8 oz cream cheese, room temperature

½ cup butter, softened

½ cup powdered erythritol

4–6 tbsp heavy cream (add gradually until fluffy)

1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.

In a bowl, beat together eggs, olive oil, and sweetener until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients.

Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until fully incorporated.

Fold in shredded carrots and ½ cup nuts.

Divide the batter evenly between the two pans.

Bake for 20–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. (Mine took about 20 minutes in 9×9 pans!)

Let cakes cool in pans for 15–30 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Beat butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.

Add powdered erythritol, then mix in vanilla.

Gradually add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until light and fluffy.

Once cooled, frost the top of the bottom layer.

Place the second layer on top and spread frosting evenly over the top and sides.

Garnish with toasted coconut and chopped nuts, if desired.

Storage:

Store leftovers in the refrigerator. Best enjoyed slightly chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition (per slice, 12 servings):

Moist, rich, and perfectly spiced — this keto carrot cake is SOOOO good! You won’t even miss the carbs.

enjoy